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Steal This Look: A Budget Bedroom in Brooklyn

These days we all know that creativity grows in Brooklyn. A young design couple (she’s an architect and he’s a graphic designer) move into modest quarters and create a retreat for themselves. A simple palette and Ikea and Ebay basics provide them with a blank slate for their DIY projects and other creative endeavors. Here, a look at their quarters followed by a breakdown of the items to enable you to recreate the look.

Above: The room has only one window and painting the walls and ceiling white maximizes the effect of the reflected light. Wood and brass accents keep the white room from being clinical and cold. Looking for the perfect shade of white? See 10 Easy Pieces: Architects' White Paint Picks.

A Bedroom in Brooklyn, Steal This Look | Remodelista

Above: The long, narrow desk has room for the couple to work side by side. It's supported by a a set of drawers in the corner; at the other end, a trestle keeps the design from looking too heavy in the small room.

Above: Vintage folding chairs can be easily stowed away when not in use, and work well as ad hoc bedside tables. They can be sourced inexpensively on Etsy and eBay. Image via Etsy seller Gentry Antiques.